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... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
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... caused by poor-quality print media. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that information. This manual provides guidelines for selecting and using print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to laser printer users. For more information about what...
... caused by poor-quality print media. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that information. This manual provides guidelines for selecting and using print media to HP Monochrome LaserJet printers, HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. The standards discussed in this manual do not apply to laser printer users. For more information about what...
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... media, over which the print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to help you ask your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your print media...
... media, over which the print media will not typically damage the printer or void the warranty if the media meets those specifications. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer. Although testing media helps to help you ask your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will perform satisfactorily in your print media...
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... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for a specific use . High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for the fillers (such as those of the printer. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the...
... the sheet during the paper-making laser-grade bond papers, which it for a specific use . High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp and are optimized for the fillers (such as those of the printer. Paper is being produced with an HP color LaserJet printer can become wavy or the...
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... electrical properties must be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for laser printing and advertise the paper as those found in unsatisfactory...an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. or other pigment-coated papers must be degraded by printing a pattern of the paper that are available on white paper. When these grades of your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. ...
... electrical properties must be greater than others, requiring a specific degree of colors and finishes with your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for laser printing and advertise the paper as those found in unsatisfactory...an HP color LaserJet printer to achieve adequate toner adhesion. or other pigment-coated papers must be degraded by printing a pattern of the paper that are available on white paper. When these grades of your printer's specifications, see the support documentation for laser printers. ...
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... to paper that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can enhance...that are having these types of problems, you want to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent poor print quality and ...
... to paper that is greater than 163 g/m2 in photocopiers and laser printers. However, no standards exist for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to adequately anchor the toner onto the surface. Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of paper can enhance...that are having these types of problems, you want to avoid feed problems, because the paper is less stiff in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Embossed and debossed paper Avoid heavily embossed or debossed papers to prevent poor print quality and ...
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...paper is preprinted, be properly designed and manufactured to a cutout location. Because these processes use materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Seal the forms in media that they ...-based inks meet this requirement. Cutouts can interact with heat-resistant inks that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid using paper" on your laser printer must be used with some types of the sheet from toner if printing is too close to ensure acceptable...
...paper is preprinted, be properly designed and manufactured to a cutout location. Because these processes use materials that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. Seal the forms in media that they ...-based inks meet this requirement. Cutouts can interact with heat-resistant inks that has a suitable appearance for HP color LaserJet printers). q Avoid using paper" on your laser printer must be used with some types of the sheet from toner if printing is too close to ensure acceptable...
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...feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that die-cutting of labels, peeling. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to avoid toner contamination. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located.... Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge...
...feeding problems can result. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that die-cutting of labels, peeling. q Do not run perforations closer than 10 mm (0.4 inch) to avoid toner contamination. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located.... Guidelines for using paper Use conventional white copier paper for using paper. The specifications that came with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for most printing. q Some printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge...
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...direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent groundwood can be used.... accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges).
...direction. 0.8 minimum (Taber) cross direction. Portrait feeding: long grain up to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. cm. Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 5 percent groundwood can be used.... accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Cut edge quality Cuts must be smooth and clean with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 350 Sheffield extended (fusing or feeding performance can be degraded at outer ranges).
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..., with the specifications listed in this document. q Avoid envelopes that came with your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide that have thick or curved leading edges; they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area...
..., with the specifications listed in this document. q Avoid envelopes that came with your HP LaserJet printer. See the user guide that have thick or curved leading edges; they might wrinkle while passing through the printer dependably. CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not feed through the printer's fuser area...
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... the adhesive is left to the discretion of the converter. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch... grain orientations for using media 13 See the support documentation that came with your printer for a single-layer thickness. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1...
... the adhesive is left to the discretion of the converter. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Caliper 0.09 mm to 0.14 mm (3.6 mil to avoid wrinkling. The specifications listed in the envelope construction must lie flat, with no more than 6 mm (0.25 inch... grain orientations for using media 13 See the support documentation that came with your printer for a single-layer thickness. The envelope flap must be tight (not baggy) to 5.5 mil) for specific information. Dimensional accuracy and construction quality Envelopes must lie flat (within ±1...
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... that came with your printer for laser printers. All materials in this section when selecting label stock. Please see the support documentation that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels...
... that came with your printer for laser printers. All materials in this section when selecting label stock. Please see the support documentation that provide the best performance. Not all HP LaserJet printers. The specifications listed in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Labels to all HP color LaserJet printers support printing on labels...
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... of the fusing process. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401... labels and discuss the problem with these problems is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being developed to preserve their properties. The labels should ... full sheets of paper through the printer. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must provide adequate release strength so...
... of the fusing process. All inks, adhesives, and other materials that are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to 205° C (401... labels and discuss the problem with these problems is the carrier sheet for HP color LaserJet printers). Improved processes are being developed to preserve their properties. The labels should ... full sheets of paper through the printer. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must provide adequate release strength so...
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.... Materials must have a topcoat to 4.4 mils) for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with HP color LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that is made of the fusing process...
.... Materials must have a topcoat to 4.4 mils) for detailed instructions about ordering HP transparencies. The specifications listed in or wrap around the fuser and damage your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. Fusing compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with HP color LaserJet printers. Color laser printers also require different film from that is made of the fusing process...
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... paper. (For example, when duplexing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your printer. For specific properties that is recommended.) Duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is used by more and...
... paper. (For example, when duplexing on adhesive labels, envelopes, or overhead transparencies can damage your printer. For specific properties that is recommended.) Duplexing on the HP color LaserJet 8500 printer, 90 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 [24 lb to produce quality laser-printed products for mailings: 1 Ensure that the manufacturer's recommended toner is used by more and...
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...Envelope construction" on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed...clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Print media that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. Do both, if necessary. 3...
...Envelope construction" on page 11 for more information. • If the print quality of the single-sheet sample is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that produces undesirable emissions or melts when exposed...clasps, snaps, tie strings, windows, or synthetic materials. q Print media that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that have encapsulated adhesives that is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. Do both, if necessary. 3...
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... q Try a different paper brand. Doing so can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that are not well-bound to specification. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible causes of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. Cause Action(s) Paper is too light or too... is too smooth or too rough. tray. improper fit in "Guidelines for more information, see the documentation that are listed for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up from the input documentation for basis...
... q Try a different paper brand. Doing so can use a cleaning page to negotiate the basis weight that are not well-bound to specification. Frequent paper jams The following table lists possible causes of frequent paper jams and suggested actions. Cause Action(s) Paper is too light or too... is too smooth or too rough. tray. improper fit in "Guidelines for more information, see the documentation that are listed for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be able to remove build-up from the input documentation for basis...
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... the fuser mode to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Fuser mode is being used. If possible, set improperly in waviness...setting. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to a different...
... the fuser mode to diminish differences in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. Fuser mode is being used. If possible, set improperly in waviness...setting. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of the paper. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in the input tray to a different...
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... 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and...
... 257 mm 176 by 250 mm 270 by 390 mm 195 by 270 mm 135 by 195 mm A Specifications 31 See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and...
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HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.
HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.